A characterful old manor tucked away in peaceful countryside near Bradworthy, right on the rural North Cornwall–North Devon border. Once part of a historic farming estate, the house is thought to date back to the 16th century or earlier, and today it offers a romantic, tranquil base for exploring the very best of the South West.
Three charming adjoining cottages (sleep 2–4)
A spacious apartment in the main house (sleeps 4)
All set within five acres of gardens, lawns, sculptures, woodland, and wildlife, plus:
Outdoor swimming pool (seasonal)
Ample free off-road parking
Pet-free, non-smoking accommodation
Just 1.5 miles to the village shop, pub, and garage
Open year-round (subject to any restrictions)
A Place to Unwind
Nestled among rolling hills with far-reaching views to Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor, West Down House is the perfect escape from the rush of everyday life. Here you’re within easy reach of:
Rugged coastline, golden beaches, and dramatic moorland
Pretty villages and market towns with welcoming pubs, cafés, and craft shops
Endless walking trails, cycling routes, and watersports spots
Owner Richard Brookes has been welcoming guests for over 25 years. A keen walker and photographer, Richard knows the area inside out and is always happy to share tips and favourite hidden gems.
Things to See and Do
Whether you’re after coastal adventures, cultural heritage, or simple peace and quiet, there’s plenty nearby:
Villages & Towns
Clovelly, Bude, Appledore, Boscastle, Port Isaac, Padstow, Instow, Bucks Mills
Market towns: Holsworthy, Launceston, Bideford, Barnstaple
Cities: Exeter, Plymouth, Truro
Nature & Outdoors
South West Coast Path, Dartmoor, Exmoor, Bodmin Moor
Tarka Trail, Camel Trail, Tamar Lakes, Granite Way
Surfing, kayaking, coasteering, riding, sailing, fishing, golf
Heritage & Attractions
Tintagel Castle, Hartland Abbey, Arlington Court, Lanhydrock, Buckland Abbey
Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan, Lydford Gorge
Milky Way, Big Sheep, Morwellham Quay, Exmoor Zoo, Watermouth Castle
Neolithic and Bronze Age sites on Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor
Film & TV Locations
Port Isaac (Doc Martin), Poldark filming spots, Jamaica Inn, Hartland Quay
Plan Your Escape
From wild coastal cliffs to hidden fishing harbours, rolling moorland to sandy beaches, West Down House puts you at the heart of it all. Whether you’re here for walking boots, surfboards, or simply a good book in the garden, you’ll find your perfect pace.